What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Case Manager position at (NCWVCAA) North Central WV Community Action...?
Provide comprehensive employment-based case management services to low-income individuals and families. Works with participants to develop appropriate case plans and goals. Provides ongoing assessment and support, assisting participants in the utilization of internal and community resources to meet the individual/family needs. Process emergency assistance services to individuals and families.
Qualifications:
Minimum bachelor’s degree in social work, Counseling, Psychology, Sociology, or another applicable field. In addition, a minimum of two years’ documented experience providing case management, outreach services, family services &/or housing placement services, preferred. *Associate degree may be considered in conjunction with documented experience. The ability to successfully organize, communicate, & manage well under pressure. Excellent computer & clerical skills. Use of Microsoft Office Software/Products. Professional use of telephone skills, working knowledge of various types of office equipment. Ability to work independently & as a team member & interact with people from all socioeconomic backgrounds. The desire to work toward the success of low-income families
Job Responsibilities/Requirements
Provide comprehensive case management services to low-income individuals and families. Gather and evaluate participant information regarding employment history, housing situation, physical functioning, financial status, capacity for independent living. Work toward the goal of assisting individuals and families to obtain and maintain self-sufficiency. Seek and maintain strong relationships with local employers to access those seeking work and refer participants to current job openings. Manage assigned caseload. Evaluate participant concerns, observe behavior, develop service plans, and establish and maintain case files – both hard copy and electronically; enter & update required data and case notes in North Central's client-tracking database (LITT) correctly and timely. Maintain confidentiality of information. Prepare narrative and statistical reports and documents and correspondence regarding participant status. Assist Emergency Assistance clients & process client assistance payment paperwork in a timely manner - paperwork must be completed in its entirety ensuring all required documentation is included. Coordinate seasonal programs in county such as Garden Program, Forgotten Angel, VITA/EITC Program, and other seasonal &/or county program. Valid Driver’s license. Be able to provide own transportation; carry adequate insurance coverage; Criminal Background Check; Protective Services Record Check. Ability to drive long distances. Must be willing to travel & attend required meetings
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employees occasionally are required to stand, walk, sit use hands, drive an automobile, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to twenty-five pounds.
Duty Station: Preston County
North Central WV Community Action Association Inc.
Charlotte Green
146 Terrace Manor
Fairmont WV 26554
Phone: (304)-363-2170 ext. 139
cgreen@ncwvcaa.org
lrose@ncwvcaa.org
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.03 - $17.81 per hour
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- 403(b) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $16 - $18
